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Money Politics articles on Democracy Chronicles
This Money Politics section includes news about the efforts to reduce the influence of money over the election system that has grown substantially since the Citizens United ruling. Also see our entire section on Money Politics or our articles on Political Lobbying.
Rise and Fall of Bitcoin SuperPAC
Bitcoin SuperPAC sought to lobby for currency but faced unexpected problems
FBI Wiretap Reveals NJ Bribery and Corruption Crisis
Court case hears NJ bribery wiretap evidence against capital city Trenton’s longtime mayor
March in New Hampshire Against System of Corruption
Lawrence Lessig leads democracy advocate march across New Hampshire against system of corruption
What is Proper Response to Rise of Oligarchy?
Rise of oligarchy and plutocracy are becoming reality as very wealthy gain in influence
Most of Congress Are Millionaires for First Time Ever
New research reveals that most of Congress are millionaires during unprecedented income inequality
VIDEO: Tracking Political Spending by Koch Brothers
Political spending by Koch Brothers, billionaire industrialists who influence elections nationwide
Revelations Expose Recent Role of Money in Elections
Recent revelations have exposed extended recent role of money in elections to decide leadership
How to Get Info on State and Local Politicians
Guide shows how to find public info on state and local politicians and their campaign donations
Gift Giving is Norm for California Politicians
In California politicians receive regular gifts from special interest lobbyists completely legally